Jack Nicklaus' Greatest 18 Holes of Major Championship Golf (Japan)

Getting Started

When you boot the game, you will see a Japanese title screen and menu system. Use the D-Pad to highlight options; press the A button to confirm. The main menu typically lets you choose to play a round, practice, or adjust settings. Because menus are entirely in Japanese, trial and error or a translation guide may help navigate the options.

Select a course from the available holes. Before each shot, you will need to choose a club, aim using the D-Pad, and set your stance. The core gameplay revolves around timing a power bar swing: press the B button to start the meter, press it again to set power, and then a third time for accuracy. Hitting the ball cleanly requires practice with the timing of each click.

After you tee off, you will see your ball's lie and distance to the green. Use the D-Pad to line up your approach shot, factoring in wind direction and terrain. The game follows standard golf rules: keep your score per hole and try to finish under par. For a Japanese-only title, the gameplay itself is largely visual and intuitive once you understand the swing mechanic.